viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> Solvent

Water
Alcohol / Solvent

Water is an Alcohol / Solvent. Learn everything about its origin, effect, and the best application in your daily care routine.

INCI: AQUA  |  CAS: 7732-18-5
Substance Class Alcohol / Solvent
INCI Name AQUA
CAS Number 7732-18-5
Quality EU Cosmetics Regulation compliant

viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" width="32" height="32" aria-hidden="true"> What is Water?

Water is .

viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" width="32" height="32" aria-hidden="true"> Where does Water come from?

In modern cosmetics, extraction and processing are subject to strict quality standards in accordance with the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009. RAU Cosmetics only sources cosmetic-quality raw materials from audited suppliers.

viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" width="32" height="32" aria-hidden="true"> Dosage & Regulation

Typical usage concentration: 60-95%

How it works on your skin

Carrier Substance

Water serves as a carrier and solubilizer for active ingredients that do not dissolve in water or oil.

Light Application Feel

Water evaporates quickly from the skin and enables light, non-sticky formulations.

Penetration Enhancer

In low concentrations, water can improve the absorption of other active ingredients into the skin.

Who is it for?

viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> All skin typesviewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> Sensitive skinviewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> Dry skinviewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> Oily skinviewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> Combination skinviewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true"> Mature skin

In your routine

Application

Water is a component of your skin care products. It evaporates after application and leaves the active ingredients on the skin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water bad for the skin?

In high concentrations (>20%), alcohol can dry out the skin. In the concentrations used in most cosmetic products (<5-10%), water is harmless and can even improve the absorption of active ingredients.

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